Ecuador’s diversity not only applies to its wildlife but the people who inhabit Ecuador. Ecuador has a fascinating and turbulent history and for any history buff, there are many fascinating stories to ooh and aah over such as the French Geodesic Mission, and the harrowing story of Isabela Godin, the first woman to cross through the Amazon (The Mapmaker’s Wife, 

Whether you are interested in ancient pre-Columbian civilizations, the Incas or the turbulent Spanish colonial history Ecuador offers some spectacular sites to visit and to stay in.

THINGS TO DO
Otavalo and neighboring artisan towns (traditional weaving, hatmaking, woodcarving)
Quito (El Centro, world heritage site, art galleries, museums, shopping)
Cuenca (World Heritage site)
Haciendas of the Andes (the vestiges of the Spanish conquistadors)
Pre-columbian sites
Incan tambos
Cooking Classes
Sample Ecuadorian cuisine

Call us today to arrange a personalized guide tour of Ecuador’s arts, culture and history. (336) 329-8112.

Day 1: Arrive in Quito. Met at airport, taken to your lodging.

Day 2: We would definitely have to start in the capital of Quito’s El Centro at the plaza of Independence and work our way through the Cathedrals.

Day 3: Quito’s Casa Cultura is a museum where you could probably spend a few days. It will give you an excellent overall picture of Ecuador’s rich cultural history.

Day 4/5: Head to Cotopaxi National Park, and stay at an exclusive lodging built on Incan archaelogical site.

Day 6-8: Enjoy the beautiful region of Ibarra , where numerous towns dot the base of Mt. Imbabura. Here you can visit several artisan workshops and locations. And of course, enjoy a spectacular day of shopping and cultural immersion at the Otavalo market (Saturday).

Day 9 - Transfer Out.